There's nothing like a baseball game on a Sunday afternoon, beer in hand as you cheer for the home team. Chicago's Wrigley Field is one of the best baseball stadiums to visit, whether you're rooting for the Cubs or not. Located on the North Side of Chicago, the stadium is easily accessible by various forms of public transportation. When staying at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare, one of several hotels located near Chicago's primary airport, head to a baseball game via subway, shared ride or taxi. Get to the stadium early enough to find your seats and grab a hot dog before the game. And don't forget some sunscreen and a hat.

Via Subway or Bus

Chicago's "L" train, the city's aboveground subway system, travels between Rosemont, where the Hyatt Regency is located, and Wrigley Field. Board the subway at the Rosemont stop, which is on the Blue Line. Transfer to the Red Line at Lake, which is located about 30 minutes from Rosemont. Take the Red Line to the Addison-Red stop, which is less than a block away from the stadium. The entire journey should take between 45 minutes and an hour. To ride the L, purchase a Ventra ticket or travel card from one of the vending machines inside the Rosemont station. It's also possible to tap in and out of the L with a contactless credit or debit card. Train fares are 75 cents to $2.50 per journey.

It's also possible to take the Blue Line from Rosemont into the city and then board one of several buses that go to Wrigley Field. The quickest option is to ride the Blue Line to Irving Park and then transfer to the 80 bus, which drops passengers off a few blocks away from the stadium. Use the trip planner on the RTA website to find the quickest way on your desired day and time. Consider traffic when picking a bus option over the subway, since rush hour can impact travel time. A transfer from the L train using the same ticket is 15 to 25 cents.

Via Shared Ride

Chicago has several shared ride app options, including Uber and Lyft. Download the app onto your smartphone and select the Hyatt Regency as your current location. Request a car and wait for the driver to arrive. The payment is taken care of by credit card within the app, so there's no need to pay with cash. Tips are included in the fare. The drive from the hotel to the stadium is about 11 miles, depending on the route, and it's important to take traffic into consideration when traveling during busier times of day. An UberX, Uber's budget car option, is approximately $18 to $24. When leaving the stadium, walk a few blocks away to call an Uber or Lyft since the area can be busy, or wait an hour to let the crowds clear out before heading back to the hotel.

Via Taxi

Grab a taxi outside the Hyatt Regency to travel hassle-free to the stadium. There are several taxi services operating in Chicago, including Checker Taxi and 303 Taxi. The ride can cost anywhere from $30 to $60, depending on the time of day, the number of passengers and the traffic. The journey is approximately 30 minutes, but it's best to allow extra time just in case. The cabs take credit cards, which incur a 50-cent surcharge. Add a tip of 10 to 15 percent when paying.

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